United Arab Republic

Holy Ottoman Empire

With the rising of the new Holy Ottoman Empire it is no secret that it is a thorn in the side of the United Arab Republic. Where the UAR calls on pan-Arab sentiment, which is based on cultural heritage and stands apart from religion, the HOE calls on pan-Muslim sentiment, a clear religious aspect. When one of the founding nations of the UAR sees a surge of rebellious activity, expressing a desire for Syria to join the HOE instead of being a part of the UAR, no expert is needed to tell that this news is not well received amongst the government.

However, politicians do realise that of the current protest, not all are doing it because of Ottoman sentiment or even Muslim sentiment. The UAR has seen a lot of change over the the last period, modernising and introducing new aspects in society. The world has changed as well, with several hostilities and other aspects. This will lead to people scrambling behind any opposition, hoping for something different or trying to exploit it to better their own position.

In light of that realisation, the UAR has called forth representatives of the movement to sit around the table and discuss issues, comments and complaints. At the same time, people are sent to learn about the complaints. When they have risen above the table, the intention is to tackle them and to take away part of the reason, and thus the movement, away.

While there is definitely room for talk, discussion and improvement, the UAR does not tolerate criminal activities. Police forces are put on higher alert and are on watch for the most radical groups which are discreetly arming themselves. If there is sign of these activities and hostile intent, they are cracked down upon.

It hardly needs mentioning that activities stimulating pan-Arab nationalism are increased in problem areas. With the UAR constantly stimulating pan-Arab nationalism, some experts have bowed over the issue to see how they can increase the support for the UAR and not give other sentiments fertile ground to grow in. Some of the experts already claim that secularity and freedom of religion should be propagated further.

The UAR fully realises that the issue is an important one to handle, for it stands on the stage in respect to the other nations which have not joined the UAR as of yet. In that light, it has opened discussions with the Muslim community to converse about the relation between the UAR and the HOE.

Proposed meeting with USSR

A call for a meeting with the USSR is made in the government now with the rising of the Holy Ottoman Empire to discuss how to deal with the new power. With Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan being liable as well, it seems that it could be in the USSR's best interest to involve itself as well. In that light, the UAR does indeed extend the proposal for a meeting towards the USSR, of which they can decide the location.

If accepted, the UAR will discuss how the deal with the Holy Ottoman Empire and listen to what the USSR has to say. The UAR itself is hesitant on the issue, due to it not wanting to anger the Muslim society, but at the same time it is a thorn in its side due to borders and ideology. With the HOE considering itself a rising capitalist nation, it is likely a growing thorn in the side of the USSR as well.

While the UAR is open to discussion with the USSR, it is noteworthy that no sign or attempt is made to open discussions with the European Federation.